A trio of lecture-discussions called the Speakeasy Series begins at 5:30 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) at State Road Restaurant with author Geraldine Brooks.

The second and third nights of the series feature author Tony Horwitz, and poets Fanny Howe and Jennifer Tseng.

Hors d’hoeuvres and light refreshments will be served.

The cost for the entire series is $300; individual nights are $125.

The series benefits the library’s capital campaign. For more information, or to make reservations, call 508-693-3489 .